Research Article: Mapping competence requirements for future shore control center operators: Rana SAHA (46E)

Rana SAHA (46E)
M.Sc. (Maritime Management), B.Sc (Marine Engineering), University of South-Eastern Norway, Raveien 215, 3184 Borre, Vestfold, Norway.

ABSTRACT
With increasing interest and investment, the shipping industry is witnessing solid development in autonomous operations of vessels and transport networks in various configurations including the Shore Control
Center (SCC) concept where command, control, and/or monitoring of
ships will take place from the shore. However, detailed competence
requirements for the SCC Operator (SCCO) are yet to be established.
This study aims to map the competence requirements for SCCOs. Semi structured interviews were conducted with expert informants (n = 10)
from four different backgrounds, including academia, regulatory, technology developers and other stakeholders, who were selected through
a purposive sampling technique. Results revealed three key competences
to develop:

(i) System understanding, (ii) Communicational and technical knowledge, and (iii) Maritime competence.

Knowledge of regulations, Navigational competence, and Basic engineering knowledge—will also be required. The discussion also highlighted the scope of new regulations and a manning plan for SCC. The author concludes that several modifications of the competence and training requirements will occur during the early functioning period of SSC depending on the technological advancement and operational experiences.

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Rana SAHA (46E),
Saha.USN@gmail.com